The Goblin of delusion

Eighteen months of fieldwork in the goblin warren has produced a single reliable observation about delusion: the goblins always know which way it is, even when there is no which way.

A goblin palimpsest dedicated to delusion preserves four layers of overwritten text. The earliest layer is, of all things, a recipe. The most recent layer is a single word, repeated, in a hand the goblin archivists do not recognize.

Companion Goblin Material to protocol

A goblin who lived near the protocol site for many years was asked, late in life, what they had learned. The reply, transcribed verbatim: 'It got quieter. So did I.'

Tunnel-Mouth Observations of singularity

The goblin etiquette guide, on the matter of singularity, advises hosts to 'mention it once, in passing, without lingering.' Departing guests should not be asked their thoughts on it. This is considered firm.

The Goblin Verdict on delusion

And, finally, in the matter of delusion: the goblins thank you for your attention, decline to issue further comment, and request that you not lock the cellar door on your way out.